Are Cool Binz franchisees responsible for wages for their employees during initial training?

According to Cool Binz's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are responsible for covering the wages of their employees, if any, during the initial training program. While Cool Binz does not charge additional fees for the initial training program for up to two people, franchisees must also cover travel, food, and lodging expenses for themselves and their employees during this training period.

This means that a prospective Cool Binz franchisee needs to factor in not only their own travel and accommodation costs but also the wages and expenses for any employees they send to the initial training. These costs can vary significantly depending on the distance traveled and the type of accommodations chosen. The FDD includes a line item for "Pre-Opening Travel Expense to Training" with a low estimate of $1,000 and a high estimate of $3,000, but this appears to only cover expenses for up to two people and does not include wages.

Therefore, franchisees should carefully estimate these additional expenses based on their specific circumstances, including the number of employees attending the training and the location of the training facility. It is important to budget accordingly to avoid unexpected financial strain during the initial phase of the Cool Binz business setup.